December weather forecast
Spring Lake Park, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spring Lake Park, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 15.3°F (-9.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Spring Lake Park, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Spring Lake Park, there are 121.2 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, are 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 15.3°F (-9.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Spring Lake Park, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, in December, during 12.2 snowfall days, 5.16" (131mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average temperature in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average pressure in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average wind speed in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average humidity in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average rainfall in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average snowfall in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average UV index in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Spring Lake Park, MN

Average visibility in December - Spring Lake Park, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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